The Connecticut General Assembly is contemplating the fate of a two-year, $40.3 billion budget. Approved on June 3, this budget restored massive cuts to human services that were recommended by Gov. Dannel P. Malloy. 6/26/15 Link to Source
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one in every four American adults has a mental illness of some kind. Now there could be good news for them and the people who care for them. 6/27/15 Link to Source
Department of Corrections Secretary John Wetzel, today, announced that the agency has completed an aggressive initiative to train every employee in Mental Health First Aid in collaboration with the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD). 06/24/2015 Link to Source
An hour-long live Twitter chat in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month sparked a conversation about why eliminating the stigma of mental health is such an important public health goal. 06/11/2015 Link to Source
Carlos Reinoso of the Human Services Council in Norwalk has been chosen to attend an intensive five-day training that will certify him as a mental health first-aid instructor. 06/11/2015 Link to Source
Missouri’s Mental Health department has received a $7 million federal grant to provide recovery support services to more than 4,000 adults over the next three years, Gov. Jay Nixon announced Friday. 05/30/2015 Link to Source
The Speedy Foundation and Optum Idaho will offer a free mental-health first aid training in Spanish next month in Caldwell. 05/28/2015 Link to Source
Mental health is a concern among veterans of war. Studies have found veterans are much more likely to commit suicide than civilians. 05/26/2015 Link to Source
The Suicide Prevention Awareness Council, or SPARC, is gearing up to host the SPARC of Hope Walk this October. The organization was started in part by a pair of sisters who were affected by suicide in the most personal of ways. 05/23/2015 Link to Source
Serving as a volunteer has been an integral part of my life for as long as I can remember. The activities have run the gamut from schools, church, professional groups, political campaigns and organizations, and human service boards, among others. 05/23/2015 Link to Source
On Tuesday, the National Council hosted a briefing on Capitol Hill for Congressional staff, educating them on the benefits of Mental Health First Aid. The briefing, sponsored by Representatives Lynn Jenkins (R-KY) and Doris Matsui (D-CA), provided staff with an overview of the Mental Health First Aid course and details on the recently reintroduced Mental … Read more
Department of Corrections Acting Secretary John Wetzel, today, announced the appointment of Lynn Patrone as the head of the DOC’s newly-created Office of Mental Health Advocate. In this capacity, Patrone reports directly to the secretary of corrections. 05/21/2015 Link to Source
New curriculum specifically targets the mental health needs of the aging population WASHINGTON — This week the National Council for Mental Wellbeing in partnership with the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and the Missouri Department of Mental Health released Mental Health First Aid for Older Adults, a Mental Health First Aid training supplement … Read more
The video – “Opening Minds – Ending Stigma” – features personal stories of how mental health illness, and in some cases suicides, have affected relatives and several well-known politicians, executives, soldiers, policemen, judges and average folks of all ages in Michigan. 05/20/2015 Link to Source
With a high rate of suicide in Washington County, anything less than its complete elimination is unacceptable, according to the keynote speaker at a suicide-prevention conference in Forest Grove last Wednesday. 05/20/2015 Link to Source
At the “Embracing the Light” community breakfast, a fundraiser for National Alliance on Mental Illness, executive director Lori Jarvis-Steinwert said, “We underestimate how many people have a personal experience with mental illness in their lives, either their own mental health challenges or those of a loved one.” 05/20/2015 Link to Source
Competitive wages and cheaper housing were two of the items identified by the Mayor’s Mental Health Task Force, that need attention in order to improve local mental health care. 05/15/2015 Link to Source
During a medical emergency, people know to act. here are even catchy reminders of what to do. An initialism sometimes used in CPR training, for instance, is “ABC,” to prompt responders to check someone’s airways, breathing and circulation. But during a crisis involving mental health? 05/14/2015 Link to Source
Five teen suicides this school year – including three in the past month – have jolted the community. It’s the highest number in the history of Spokane Public Schools, prompting parents, students and community members to ask what they can do to help. 05/12/2015 Link to Source
Katie Stringer doesn’t want another person to feel alone in their mental illness. The Hempstead High School junior put a face to mental-health issues tonight when she shared her story during a Dubuque Community School Board meeting. 05/12/2015 Link to Source
Many lawyers suffer in silence rather than admit they struggle with depression, stress, anxiety and work-life balance. But help is available as various initiatives confront mental-health issues and their stigma 05/11/2015 Link to Source
Last week, President Barack Obama signed a presidential declaration proclaiming May as National Mental Health Month. Throughout the month, there will be important events and opportunities to expand awareness and increase knowledge about mental health care and supporting those in need. Even though one in five Americans experience a mental health condition every year, the … Read more
There may be many reasons why a person may choose not to seek treatment for a mental health problem. Keep in mind you can play a role in assisting that individual by first educating yourself on how to communicate about mental health 05/07/2015 Link to Source
As experts predict one in five people across the nation will have a mental illness, town officials are considering ways to improve mental health resources and may even hire a licensed social worker. 05/05/2015 Link to Source
The certification course teaches officers a five-step action plan to assess a situation, implement interventions and secure care for individuals. Participants learn about risk factors, warning signs of mental health issues, programs and common treatments. Officers would need to be recertified after three years. 05/01/2015 Link to Source
Health First Aid Act with Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-KS),” added Congresswoman Matsui. “That bipartisan … Full Text Outlet: Targeted News Service Publication Date: 05/01/2015 Media Group: Other Byline: Targeted News Country: United States of America
With enough federal funding, a mental health first aid course in the Bay Area has the potential to save lives across the country and become “what CPR is to heart attack victims.” 04/22/2015 Link to Source
Longmont Community Services Director Karen Roney, along with Public Safety Chief Mike Butler, presented City Council with their initial ideas and plans for improving mental health services and access for those in need during Tuesday night’s study session. 04/22/2015 Link to Source
Mental Health First Aid is a dynamic eight hour program that promotes mental health as a key part of … Full Text Outlet: Morgan Messenger Publication Date: 04/22/2015 Media Group: Print Country: United States of America Circulation: 5,700
Behavioral healthcare providers must reinvent themselves or risk becoming obsolete. Kicking off the National Council for Mental Wellbeing 2015 conference in Orlando, Linda Rosenberg, president and CEO, shared her outlook on what it will take to position the industry for the future. 04/21/2015 Link to Source
Elmhurst Hospital hosted a Community Collaboration Breakfast on April 15 to introduce Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) to key leaders and groups in its service area, including school districts, churches, police and fire departments, and social workers. 04/20/2015 Link to Source
The Mental Health First Aid Act now has a companion bill in the House of Representatives. On Thursday, Representatives Lynn Jenkins (R-KS) and Doris Matsui (D-CA) introduced the Mental Health First Aid Act of 2015. This important legislation would provide funding to train Americans in Mental Health First Aid. Identical legislation was introduced in the … Read more
When I was eighteen, like many young folks, I left my hometown in the coal fields of West Virginia to pursue a college degree. Energized by the prospect of being independent, meeting new people, and following my passion for religion and theology, I loaded my Chevy up and headed two hours north to a small … Read more
The mental health services, which include counseling, advocacy, referral and telepsychiatry, are provided by North Central Behavioral Health Systems through a state grant that also assists neighboring Stark County, Donna Augustyn-Sloan told the board. 04/13/2015 Link to Source
The process begins with establishing a relationship, and this alone can seem like a mind-bending proposition for many people. Downtown residents often ask, “How should I approach someone with signs of mental illness in order to offer help?” 04/09/2015 Link to Source
Cunningham talks openly about his struggles today. He said talk therapy and medication helped him tremendously. He also took a training called Mental Health First Aid. 04/07/2015 Link to Source
Last week, lawmakers for the first time approved $1.5 million in state spending on training to improve police response to emotionally disturbed people during crises. Until now, such training has been sporadic. 04/06/2015 Link to Source
Mental illness cannot stay hidden in the closet. We as a community have to let people suffering from mental health issues or concerns know it is OK to talk about it and more importantly, to seek help. 04/04/2015 Link to Source
“If you communicate properly and you treat people with respect, a lot of times they will go without incident,” he said. 04/03/2015 Link to Source
Mental illness is real. But there are more people suffering who may not have been diagnosed. And the good news is it’s not as difficult to help someone suffering from mental health as people might think. 04/03/2015 Link to Source
… not have more people trained in mental health first aid? The National Council for Mental Wellbeing … Full Text Outlet: San Jose Mercury News Publication Date: 04/03/2015 Media Group: Print Byline: From Mercury Country: United States of America Circulation: 581,532
The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City on Thursday are announcing an ambitious initiative called Healthy KC aimed at improving health and well-being wherever people live, work or play. 04/02/2015 Link to Source
representatives, set up mental health first aid, teach members to spot the early signs of a problem, stop … Full Text Outlet: European Union News Publication Date: 04/02/2015 Media Group: Print Country: United Kingdom
A mental health group is calling “foul” on this edgy TV ad being aired during the NCAA basketball tournament—and wants it benched. 04/01/2015 Link to Source
More than half of all U.S. residents have experienced a traumatic event, like domestic abuse, sexual assault, neglect or a disaster. The ideal place to identify and show universal precautions is within primary care settings. 04/01/2015 Link to Source
Germanwings co-pilot Andreas Lubitz appears to have suffered from a serious psychological illness and experts are saying we’re now at risk of further demonizing workers with mental health problems – so how can HR stop that from happening? 03/30/2015 Link to Source
Russell said the course is intended to “help people understand the signs of suicide and mental health issues.” He added it is especially important to educate those in “leadership roles,” including people in schools, organizations and clubs, among others. 03/23/2015 Link to Source
Aurora congressional candidate Andrew Romanoff has been named president and CEO of Mental Health America of Colorado, a longtime advocate for mental health systems and legislation. 03/23/2015 Link to Source
Idaho and the world was shocked when three-time Olympian Jeret “Speedy” Peterson committed suicide in 2011. The Boise skier’s mother started a foundation in his honor and, most recently, funded special training with the hope that lives will be saved. 03/21/2015 Link to Source
This week, The Atlantic hosted its seventh annual Health Forum, bringing together physicians, researchers, advocates, legislators, practitioners and health policy thought leaders to examine a wide range of health issues. This two-day event, sponsored in part by the National Council, featured many topics surrounding behavioral health, including: a keynote interview with Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) … Read more
